Deadliest Mass Shooting in US History - Updated

The man, identified as local resident Stephen Paddock aged 64 shot himself as local law enforcement officers prepared to storm the suite he was in at the Mandalay Bay casino complex.

The Las Vegas strip was hosting the open-air Route-91 festival when Paddock opened fire on concert-goers from the 32nd floor of the complex. 59 people are so far confirmed dead with over 500 injured in what is said to be the worst mass shooting in US history. At first, revellers thought the rounds of automatic fire were firecrackers until it became clear something awful was going down.

Police were also searching for a female in connection with shooting but have reported that Marilou Danley, aged 62, who they believe is Paddock's partner is out of the country and appears to have no involvement.

Any Australians with concerns for friends or family who are in Vegas can contact the Dept of Foreign Affairs and TRade's 24-hr Consular Emergency Centre on 1 300 555 135, or +61 2 6261 3305